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  1. wannabeadesigirl

    Forgiveness and the Cleveland Kidnapping

    I know for a fact that Christianity teaches forgiveness from God doesn't come unless we ask for it. If that's not the case then why in the name of mercy is there a hell in Christian doctrine? I also know that Jesus advocated the casting out of individuals who continued to obstinately deny...
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    Feeling guilty does not make God like you more

    That's one of the things I struggle with: if we are forgiven unconditionally, why then do we keep beating ourselves up over our mistakes? The self hate mentality was abundant in my family, and unfortunately it took root in me something awful. We talk about being broken before God, and letting...
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    Secular Music

    I've heard excellent sacred music. Hymns well played and well sung are edifying and uplifting. Chris Rice and Rich Mullins are two of my favorites because their songs frequently incorporate the natural world, and evocation of nature in the worship of our Creator. God is also very central in all...
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    Boston Bombing

    That and usually when there is an attack from Islamic terrorists, usually one group steps forward a few days afterwards eager to say "See America we are bombing you because of _______________" The lack of responsibility takers, or motive leads me to believe this is a Timothy McVeigh type/kicks...
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    Boston Bombing

    What did I miss?
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    Boston Bombing

    Like Alfred says in The Dark Knight "Some men just want to see the world burn". That is the feeling I get from the Boston Bombing. They blew up a marathon in Boston. It was televised, and while there's PLENTY to be angry about when it comes to society and life in general, there's no one...
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    God hates children?

    Quite a few of those verses have alot to do with the history of Israel. When it's people was taken away from the promised land, the infants of Israel were more than likely literally dashed against walls and rocks by those who were conquering them. Not to sound cold or heartless, but it was a...
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    Sin for smoking weed?

    God created weed just like he created any number of plants that are used for pain relief, or for the simple fun of it. Therefore, being created and natural I would argue that pot is definitely a good thing when used in moderation. I enjoy a toke every now and again, and my life remains balanced...
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    I need help please!!!

    Um...Is it wrong of me to know how to defend myself?!
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    Christians going to other holy events and secular weddings

    The way I see it is this way: Is God with all of his children wherever they go? Therefore if you as a Christian go to a service or a funeral or a wedding God is present there. If you put the focus in your own prayers for those there to God then I don't see anything wrong with attending...
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    Racist

    I'm well aware of what the world thinks of European peoples. You're not the only one who has traveled, and while I was in India I was automatically asked if I was a follower of "Kristu", so I am WELL aware of what others think. What I am saying is the concept that white=Christian, you know...
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    Racist

    As a disclaimer: I disagree with using the word race to describe ethnicity. Whether you're so dark you have shades of purple in your skin, or are so pale you're mildly transparent, you are a HUMAN. You belong to the race known as HUMANITY, therefore saying an African tribesman is a different...
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    Ok to beat your spouse if God said to?

    I'm really sorry for that. :(
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    Ok to beat your spouse if God said to?

    I wouldn't and I think I would drop my faith. Here's why: God has said that men and women were made in his image, and because I empathize with others as a human being I can't keep faith in a God who would ask me to abuse another person.
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    Is eating meat evidence of a sinful lifestyle?

    They would still go extinct though. I think the way we raise meat in this country is not right, so it may be something as simple as everyone going local that would cut down on mass meat production. I mean THAT'S the problem, not so much the consumption of meat, but the way food animals are...
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    Are Jack Chick tracts hate speech?

    I did not know those existed. Good grief. Proselytizing is all very good and well but nothing is worse than IGNORANT proselytizing.
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    easter, ishtar, ashteroth are names of demons

    In this whole thread I haven't realized something until now: You're not saying we should celebrate the Resurrection. You're saying we should celebrate the Passover. And I say you're theologically unsound. Passover is a symbolic holiday celebrated by Jews that remember how they were liberated...
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    Is eating meat evidence of a sinful lifestyle?

    Genesis 9:3 Everything that lives and moves about will be food for you. Just as I gave you the green plants, I now give you everything. Acts 10:11-16 is the story of how dietary restrictions as well as associative restrictions were lifted off of Christians "Do not call unclean what I have made...
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    easter, ishtar, ashteroth are names of demons

    Quite a few very reformed traditionalists do call it Resurrection Sunday because the name Easter is indeed associated with fertility goddesses. One thing I find interesting about the rejection of holidays associated with ancient pagan traditions is the fact that WITHOUT those "pagan" traditions...
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    easter, ishtar, ashteroth are names of demons

    First of all Ishtar was not a goddess who required blood sacrifice of Children. If you continue to assert that belief provide us with a viable link that is not written by a biased individual. And that "Passing through the fire" verse you conveniently edited had NOTHING to do with Ishtar, but...